Zegna Intenso

You are called, through the depths of night, into a velvety comfort. It takes a moment for your eyes to adjust - the moonlight glitters softly on the contours of the Grand room that stretches before you. The room feels alive, you can hear the furniture breathe and sigh as the moments pass. The wind whispers it's way into the room carrying the moons lemony glow across your skin. The room exhales deeply, fragrancing the air with a subtle cardamom and mahogany - you drink deeply. Moments later, you feel another presence in the room, watching silently. A slow chill creeps - its icy iris touch clinging lightly to all in its wake. A snap of ginger echoes like a whip throughout the room - your heart races. A hand reaches out to touch you - it soothes you into an unspeakable trance...you belong to the night. You awake in your bed, heart racing, head throbbing - was it all a twisted dream?! Your sheets are moist from your perspiration - there is a mild spice that mingles with your sweet musk....you feel the night beckon you once more. Day 61 - Elusive Listening to: The Gathering: The Big Sleep Notes: I couldn't help but go with the vampire theme presented by Van Allen (I can't seem to find his review anymore though...) - this fume is perfectly suited for late hour bloodsucking! The opening is a very crisp and clean lemon and ginger combo that is contrasted with a cool iris and the rich spiciness from the cardamom and pink pepper. The scent lingers between these fresher notes and the darker notes of the slightly smoky woods and tonka. There's something in here that makes the fume feel smooth but daring...whatever the case, it is a very enjoyable 7 to 8 hours! It also smells nothing like the leathery, woody, sweet & spicy scent of Armani Code...I really don't understand that comparison. I have original versions of both...maybe that's why.

This was a surprise to say the least. Zegna Intenso is a very beautiful smell. The opening is a lemony fiesta. On me the lemon is the most dominant note through all the phases. Cardamom and Iris joins in next to create a sprightly and energizing fragrance that last a long enough time and projects nicely. I am surprised that most of the reviewers, classified this as a winter smell... Maybe it is... But on me, the lemon is so ever present and sparkling that I can only imagine it as a summer scent! Sure it's spicy too... But it's fresh, clean and office friendly... For me, this is the scent you want to go for if you do not want to go on the marine/citrus/aquatic road that overload the summer fragrances these days! Overall 8/10

Since I'm a bit sensitive when it comes to fragrances, I was skeptical when I first caught the aroma of Zegna Intenso. But after time I've found that the initial strong spicy scent morphs into a woodsy/musky scent with just a hint of spiciness to it. I'm grateful the projection isn't quite that strong. I actually enjoy it most whenever I catch a glancing or fleeting scent of it. It acts as kind of a pick me up. I definitely prefer the fragrance in its later stages, after a couple hours or so. Overall I think it's a wonderful fragrance that works during the day if applied subtly, and is even better at night. Just as the designers intended I bet. One of better fragrances out there, for sure.

I'm a loyal fan of Armani Code since 2009, and indeed Zegna Intenso smells almost exactly like Armani Code. The only differences are that Zegna Intenso is a little bit lighter and refreshing than Armani Code. On Zegna you feel the delicious and sporty mandarine, perfect for a day scent. While Armani Code is better for the night. I was really excited to try this one, because I love Armani Code, but I always felt this aroma is principaly better on night. So now I know I have a perfect option for daytime, more fresh and clean, and cheaper hahaha Thank God for Zegna Intenso!

This is a very safe Perfume!! I love how light it is, very clean like Armani Code and Powdery like Prada Lhomme. Its the same Perfumer who made Prada Lhomme she is a genius when it comes to perfumes. I have all Prada Luna Rossas and all the Lhomme line she really understand the craft of making Perfumes. Zegna Intenso becomes at the drydown very Powdery like Prada Lhomme and still has some Armani Code in the their. I dont use it a lot but i have to say if u just wanna smell clean and fresh, just use it is a dumb reach. Very Safe for Date, Office,School, Walking.

This fragrance is elegance and class in a bottle. I find it similar to L'homme by YSL however, it's not as sweet and a bit fuller IMO. I describe describe this frag as sweet and somewhat creamy. in the beginning the scent's projection is pretty strong however that dries down after an hour or two and stays on the skin. i smell the frag on me for hours after application though it's projection may not be as strong as the first hour or so trust me it's there. zegna intenso is good for evening wear and intimate settings.

Everyone is entitled to their thoughts, but I agree with the 'herd' in regards to the familiarity to Armani Code. I blind-bought this for $20 at a discount store and my immediate thoughts after spraying it was "that's Armani Code".. it even had that fuzzy tone that Emporio Armani Diamonds also has, so it's VERY similar to Code from I gathered... and on top of that it was only $20! Smells great throughout it's 5 hour duration. Longevity is ok, very Italian smelling. Big thumbs up in my book.

Absolutely a keeper. It does remind me of the code DNA. It has a fresher opening. But dry's down to Armani Code OG with subtle changes to make it smoother. Given how much this goes for, $25 for 1.7ml, it's a steal. It's made by Daniela Andrier, so you know you are getting a well blended fragrance here. It last about 4/6 hours on my clothes. I don't know if that's a deal breaker for some, but just giving you a heads up.

Such a wonderful hidden gem, still after all these years. Beautiful in my view throughout the day, a great daytime option if you want something with just a small amount of spice and sweetness. Alluring, but still professional and grown up. Such a shame to see Zenga discontinue their fragrance lines - they had some terrific, understated options. 4/5

Love all the Zegna fragrances but this one is magic! It has a great burst of a kind of sherbet lemony zingy thing in the top notes which then makes way for a powdery, woody base which is just lovely. My favourite of the Zegnas I've encountered. I had a last minute meltdown in the shop and bought Zegna Forte...but this one is next on my hit list.

After a long search of a new fragrance.. I decided to buy my 3rd bottle of this gem. This will surprise you with its elegant, classy, smooth and sexy woody and masculine notes. This is all I want in a man's fragrance - it is versatile, very sexy and longevity is great too. Pure class.

Grown up man with a very classy top notch scent. Sillage is good and the chicks like this as well. Very good scent and this scent smell better than those 100 bucks a bottle cologne. Good overall scent and not offensive at all.

This reminds me a lot of Prada L'Homme and even has the same perfumer Daniela Andrier. I think this is much closer to Prada L'homme than it is to Armani code and I'm surprised no one has mentioned the similarities yet.

A cheapie stunner that has the armani code scent profile all over it. It doesn't last as long of course but for the few hours it's there it smells fantastic. Edit.....seems to be alot harder to find now. Shame.

The best product of 2012.A fabulous upbeat fragrance.The heart accord is brilliant.Similar to Very Irresistible by Givenchy.Wonderful notes of chocolate,exotic fruits,woods & vanilla.

Great fragrance for office or formal occasions. It's very similar to prada L'homme, but a little sweeter Good performances, not bad at all.

Underrated gem. Very much in line with the armani code basic as it has been said. Perfect for office wear. Longevity and sillage poor.

i detect some woodsy and distinctive kicks to this one and musk musk musk another good mens scent and high end good ingredients

Guys, what a wonderful scent! It reminds me a lot of Dolce & Gabbana The One, but this one is even better! I recommend!

Little bit similar to Armani Code but darker and much cheaper. Definitely recommend!